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EFI and Duplo have unveiled a new timesaving integration between EFI’s Fiery production workflow for digital print machinery and Duplo’s slitter-cutter-creasers.

Creasing matrix and profile rubbers manufacturer C&T Channel Matrix has unveiled a new strategy of managed inventory for its larger UK customers.

John Dollin Printing Services is set to continue its expansion into the bespoke packaging market with the installation of a new Foliant Pollux 760SF laminator.

Grafenia has switched to what it says is a more environmentally friendly laminate for all its products as it looks to further bolster its green credentials.

The latest folder-gluer range from Turkish manufacturer Duran, the Alius series, has been unveiled by UK distributor Friedheim and is due to begin shipping at the start of 2019.

Finishing specialist Alchemy Coatings has been placed into administration but its sister company Silk Hat Greetings has adopted the trading name and will continue trading the business.

Midland Regional Printers (MRP) will bring laminating services in-house later this year after investing £250,000 in new kit from Swedish manufacturer Lamina System.

Leeds Die Cutting (LDC) has enhanced its perfect binding and folding/creasing capabilities with the addition of two new Horizon machines from Intelligent Finishing Systems (IFS).

Quadraproof has invested in a new Polar N 78 Eco guillotine to replace a 24-year-old Polar 76 and improve efficiency onsite.

Decorative print finisher Ultra Finishing has expanded its in-house foiling capability by investing around £80,000 in a Yawa automatic foil stamping machine.